Description
Medea Lattina is the cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil born from the union of typical cultivar olives of Apulia: Coratina and Ogliarola Barese. The result is an intense fruity extra virgin oil with a unique aroma. The final aftertaste, slightly spicy and bitter, is surprising for its delicacy.
Medea 3 or 5 litre can is the ideal solution for regular consumers who want to always have a high quality product in an elegant package that takes up little space.
This oil is perfect for those who love delicate flavours without sacrificing the flavour of freshly pressed olives. Thanks to the perfect balance between the decisive flavours of Coratina and the aromatic scents of the Ogliarola of Bari, Medea is the ideal ingredient to enhance the flavours of roasted fish, light sauces, vegetables, fresh tomato-based dishes, grilled vegetables.
Medea is an extra virgin olive oil of the highest quality thanks to the cold extraction of 100% Italian olives. Olive trees are located on land owned by the family near Giovinazzo. The entire production process is meticulously controlled by Luigi and Savino Depalo starting from the care of the plant to harvesting. Once the olives are harvested, they are immediately taken to the mill and then pressed within a few hours.
Medea is a typical oil of Apulia. La Coratina is a typical olive variety found in particular in the north area of Bari. It is known throughout the world for its very high concentration of polyphenols, powerful natural antioxidants with positive effects on human health. Ogliarola Barese is a variety of olive trees that is widespread in the central area of the province of Bari and is mainly harvested by hand. Now considered “endangered”, these olive trees are followed by the Depalo family with extreme scrupulousness.
